Halal Vegetable Soup

This Halal Vegetable Soup is a hearty and nourishing dish, perfect for a cozy dinner. Packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, it offers a delightful blend of flavors while adhering to Halal dietary guidelines.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, diced - 1 medium (about 150g)
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Carrots, diced - 1 large (about 120g)
• Celery, diced - 1 stalk (about 100g)
• Bell pepper, diced - 1 medium (about 150g)
• Zucchini, diced - 1 medium (about 200g)
• Tomato, diced - 1 medium (about 150g)
• Vegetable broth - 4 cups (1 liter)
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrots and celery, cooking for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Incorporate the bell pepper, zucchini, and tomato, stirring to combine.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and add thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
7. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
8. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley just before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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